Crowland Cranes Goes Big with Flagship Grove GMK6300L All-Terrain Crane
Updated: Jan 2
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Cambridge-based crane hire company Crowland Cranes has taken delivery of a Grove GMK6300L all-terrain crane, making it the new flagship of its growing fleet. The investment reflects the company’s continued expansion across East Anglia and strengthens its position as a full-service crane hire provider.
Flagship Grove Marks Major Fleet Milestone
The old saying goes “go big or go home” and in the case of Cambridge crane hire company Crowland Cranes, the decision was clearly to go big.
Crowland has taken delivery of a Grove GMK6300L, which now stands as the flagship crane of the company’s ever-growing fleet, adding significant lifting capability at the top end of its operation.
From Used Crane Trading to Full Hire Operation
Crowland Cranes has been operating since the late 1960s, originally established with a core business as a used crane trader.
In 1995, the company expanded its services by adding crane hire to its portfolio, marking a key transition that would shape the future growth of the business.
Strong Regional Presence Across East Anglia
Commenting on the company’s growth, Company Director Peter Issitt said:
“The company has developed significantly over the past 10 years, Currently we operate three depots, Peterborough, Bury St Edmunds and Norwich. The rental fleet is built around providing a local approach to our customers and the areas we are present, which is prominently East Anglia. Our fleet comprises of approx 40 machines split through the three sites. Crowland is a true ‘one stop’ solution for our customers”
GMK6300L Becomes Fleet Flagship
The Grove GMK6300L now sits at the top of Crowland’s fleet, reinforcing its ability to deliver higher-capacity, long-reach lifts while maintaining the local, customer-focused approach that underpins the business.
The addition strengthens Crowland’s position across construction, infrastructure, and specialist lifting projects throughout East Anglia and surrounding regions.
Enquiries Open for New Flagship Crane
Customers interested in hiring Crowland’s new flagship GMK6300L, or any other cranes in the fleet, can find more information through the company’s official channels.
About the Company
About Crowland Cranes
Crowland Cranes is a UK-based crane hire company with origins dating back to the late 1960s. Initially established as a used crane trading business, the company expanded into crane hire in 1995 and has since grown into a well-established regional operator.
Operating from three depots in Peterborough, Bury St Edmunds, and Norwich, Crowland Cranes supports customers across East Anglia with a fleet of approximately 40 machines. The company positions itself as a one-stop lifting solution, delivering crane hire services with a strong local focus and broad fleet capability.
Website: https://www.crowlandcranes.com
About Grove
Grove is a globally recognised manufacturer of mobile hydraulic cranes, specialising in all-terrain, rough-terrain, and truck-mounted cranes. Grove cranes are known for their long boom systems, strong load charts, compact designs, and advanced lifting technologies.
Grove is part of Manitowoc, a leading global provider of lifting solutions serving construction, infrastructure, energy, and industrial markets worldwide.
Website: https://www.grovecm.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Grove GMK6300L a significant addition to Crowland’s fleet?
The GMK6300L adds high-capacity, long-reach capability at the top end of Crowland’s fleet, enabling the company to support larger and more complex lifts while remaining within a compact all-terrain crane class.
How does this crane support Crowland’s regional strategy?
By adding a flagship crane while maintaining depots across East Anglia, Crowland can deliver high-capacity lifting solutions locally without compromising responsiveness or service coverage.
What types of projects will the GMK6300L be used on?
The crane will support construction, infrastructure, and specialist lifting projects, particularly where long reach and higher lifting capacity are required.
Why is fleet diversity important for regional crane hire companies?
A varied fleet allows operators to offer tailored lifting solutions across a wide range of job sizes, improving utilisation while reducing the need to subcontract specialist lifts.
How does Crowland position itself as a ‘one-stop’ solution?
By combining multiple crane types, regional depots, and long-standing industry experience, Crowland can support customers from smaller lifts through to complex, high-capacity operations.
